Notices
In an effort to better communicate with the Hamilton College community of ongoing information security notices and alerts this Notices and Alerts page seeks provide information on cybersecurity activity targeted at the Hamilton Community and the broader higher education community. Awareness and education are the strongest defense to stop malicious activity and protect Hamilton's systems, data, and people. For any information security concerns contact infosec@hamilton.edu.
Educational Phishing Messages
By Jerry Tylutki
May 1, 2023
Tags Awareness Phishing
We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of cybersecurity within our community, and as part of this effort, we will be implementing monthly educational phishing messages as part of our security awareness training program.
Educational phishing emails are useful because they help to raise awareness and improve understanding of phishing scams among individuals and organizations. These emails simulate real-world phishing attacks and allow users to identify potential security threats and respond appropriately. By training users to recognize phishing emails, we hope to reduce the risk of successful phishing attacks and protect against the theft of sensitive information. Additionally, educational phishing emails can be customized to the specific needs of an organization and can help to establish a culture of security awareness within the workplace. Overall, educational phishing emails are an effective tool for improving cybersecurity awareness and promoting safe online behavior.
These messages can be customized to the specific needs of Hamilton and can help to establish a culture of security awareness. These messages will not contain any harmful links or malware, but may include a link that redirects to a training page that will provide helpful information for identifying phishing messages. It is important that you treat these phishing messages seriously and respond appropriately.
Educational phishing emails are an effective tool for improving cybersecurity awareness and promoting safe online behavior. By participating in this training, you will be better equipped to protect your personal and professional information from malicious actors. We appreciate your cooperation in this important initiative, and please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.
Contact
Contact Name
Jerry Tylutki
Director of Information Security and Privacy